Summary
If you've always wanted to make a difference in your community, one of Missouri's most respected counties is looking for Correctional Officers for immediate hire . This is a permanent, full-time, long-term career opportunity in the criminal justice field. Starting pay $21.15 /hr., with room for advancement built in.This position is located in Clayton, MO. You must be able to relocate or commute to this area to apply.No experience is required (paid training!), but former military, law enforcement, security or corrections experience highly valued.There is room to advance through the ranks: Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain – or take several different exciting career paths within the unit.Benefits are some of the best in Missouri and include retirement, paid holidays and vacation as well as pension, full health benefits, and paid training.Job Description:PLEASE NOTE: This position WILL require the ability to work onsite in Clayton, MO.As a Correction Officer: You will be responsible for maintaining security and safety for the inmates in a prison setting. Six weeks of paid training, including OTJ.Ability to work onsite in Clayton, MOClean Criminal BackgroundTwo forms of IDDD214 (if applicable)This is a career changing role, with long term growth available in Corrections.Job Type: Full-time#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
If you've always wanted to make a difference in your community, one of Missouri's most respected counties is looking for Correctional Officers for immediate hire . This is a permanent, full-time, long-term career opportunity in the criminal justice field. Starting pay $21.15 /hr., with room for advancement built in.This position is located in Clayton, MO. You must be able to relocate or commute to this area to apply.No experience is required (paid training!), but former military, law enforcement, security or corrections experience highly valued.There is room to advance through the ranks: Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain – or take several different exciting career paths within the unit.Benefits are some of the best in Missouri and include retirement, paid holidays and vacation as well as pension, full health benefits, and paid training.Job Description:PLEASE NOTE: This position WILL require the ability to work onsite in Clayton, MO.As a Correction Officer: You will be responsible for maintaining security and safety for the inmates in a prison setting. Six weeks of paid training, including OTJ.Ability to work onsite in Clayton, MOClean Criminal BackgroundTwo forms of IDDD214 (if applicable)This is a career changing role, with long term growth available in Corrections.Job Type: Full-time#J-18808-Ljbffr
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